Social communication screening

Social communication differences are a hallmark of the autism spectrum, but they can also exist as a standalone condition known as Social Communication Disorder (SCD). Whether you have difficulty with "unwritten rules" or find nonverbal cues hard to read, this screening can help you understand your social profile.

What is Social Communication?

Social communication involves more than just speaking. It includes:

• Pragmatics: Using language appropriately in different social contexts (e.g., how you talk to a boss vs. a friend).
• Reciprocity: The "give-and-take" of conversation.
• Nonverbal Cues: Reading body language, facial expressions, and eye contact.
• Subtext: Understanding sarcasm, metaphors, and implied meaning rather than just literal words.

Social Communication and Autism

In the DSM-5, an autism diagnosis requires difficulties in social communication plus restricted or repetitive behaviors. If you struggle with social cues but don't have sensory sensitivities or intense interests, a clinician might investigate Social Communication Disorder. Our full assessment screens for both areas.